On June 3, 2025, panic gripped customers at the Diglipur Branch of the Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank Ltd (ANSCB) after a YouTube video by Manoj Paul claimed the bank was shutting down. Paul, a former Lok Sabha candidate, urged depositors to withdraw funds immediately, triggering chaos. Hundreds rushed to the branch, forcing the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has convened a meeting of his council of ministers for Wednesday, the first since “Operation Sindoor,” while the government continues to ignore the Opposition’s call for a special Parliament session to discuss the military operation. Sources indicate the meeting will primarily focus on showcasing the government’s achievements on the first anniversary…
With the US set to impose higher tariffs on steel and aluminum from June 4, industry and trade experts are urging India to broaden its ongoing bilateral trade agreement (BTA) discussions with Washington to include seeking relief from these levies. The call comes after the Trump administration, in March, reinstated a 25% sectoral duty on…
Sonali Bendre recently revealed that she felt cheated by the way her role in Duplicate was changed, saying it “became a secondary character.” When Shah Rukh Khan’s Duplicate released, there was a lot of buzz for the actor’s double role. Juhi Chawla and Sonali Bendre were roped in for the lead female roles. The film…
The Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (AH&VS) Department has launched new measures to address the growing demand for ducklings in the region. With an increasing number of farmers and poultry enthusiasts turning to duck farming as a viable source of income, the department aims to boost production and streamline distribution. Duck farming has gained popularity…
Former Andaman and Nicobar Islands MP Kuldeep Rai Sharma has been questioned by the Crime Investigation Department (CID) over alleged loan irregularities at the Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank Ltd (ANSCBL). Sharma, who serves as the vice-chairman of ANSCBL, is under investigation for sanctioning loans without proper screening, leading to suspicions of fund misuse….
Shares of electric two-wheeler maker Ola Electric Mobility fell nearly 10% on Friday, May 30, a day before the company released its financial results for the fourth quarter of FY2024-25. The stock fell 9.72% to ₹48.06 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). At 11:02 am, it was down 5.4% at ₹50.35 per unit. Ola Electric…
The phrase “Who Will Wear the Crown?” has been widely used in various contexts, including beauty pageants, political leadership, and royal succession. One of the latest references is related to Miss World 2025, where contestants are competing for the prestigious title. The event has drawn global attention, with participants showcasing their talents, intelligence, and social…
A recent study has revealed that half of the world’s population—approximately 4 billion people—experienced an extra month of extreme heat due to human-caused climate change between May 2024 and May 2025. The analysis, conducted by World Weather Attribution, Climate Central, and the Red Cross, found that extreme heat led to illness, deaths, crop losses, and…
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has refuted claims circulating on social media regarding delays and corruption in granting GST registration. The controversy began when a LinkedIn user alleged that their GST registration had been pending for 20 days, prompting accusations of corruption on X (formerly Twitter). CBIC responded by clarifying that…
